How Does Charge and Elasticity Affect Hamiltonian Dynamics?

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The discussion focuses on deriving the Hamiltonian and motion equations for a mass attached to a spring in an electric field, emphasizing the relationship between charge, elasticity, and Hamiltonian dynamics. Participants inquire about the validity of assuming time symmetry to equate the energy function with the canonical Hamiltonian. There is a clarification that motion equations can be derived from either the Hamiltonian or Lagrangian frameworks. The moderator emphasizes the necessity of using LaTeX for posting equations, rejecting images or other formats. Overall, the thread highlights the importance of proper mathematical representation in physics discussions.
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Not homework exactly :-[
Relevant Equations
H = T + U (I posted an attempt to the solution below)
Let a mass m charged with q, attached to a spring with constant factor k = mω ^2 in an electric field E(t) = E0(t/τ) x since t=0.
(Equilibrium position is x0 and the deformation obeys ξ = x - x0)

What would the hamiltonian and motion equations be in t ≥ 0, in terms of m and ω?? Despise magnetic field.
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@pepediaz please provide relevant equations and your attempt at a solution.
 
2) It is correct to assume time symmetry and so equate this "energy function" to the canonic hamiltonian?
3) Motion equations come from hamiltonian or from lagrangian?

Thanks
 
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But it is okay to have the development in the picture??
 
pepediaz said:
But it is okay to have the development in the picture??

No. As I said, you need to use the PF LaTeX feature for equations. I gave you the link to the help page for it.
 
Is it okay to do it in RuBbEr??

Period
 
pepediaz said:
Is it okay to do it in RuBbEr??

I have no idea what that is, but I assume it's not LaTeX. LaTeX is the only option you have here for posting equations. If you cannot or will not use LaTeX, we cannot help you.
 
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